2004 Alpina B3 vs. 1991 Ford Fairlane
To start off, 2004 Alpina B3 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,949 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Alpina B3 (301 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (161 HP @ 4250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Alpina B3 should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Alpina B3 weights approximately 49 kg more than 1991 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Alpina B3 (363 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Fairlane. (311 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2004 Alpina B3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Fairlane.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Alpina B3 | 1991 Ford Fairlane | |
| Make | Alpina | Ford |
| Model | B3 | Fairlane |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 3949 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Torque | 363 Nm | 311 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1645 kg | 1596 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2930 mm |
